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Risk factors for ulcerative reflux oesophagitis: a case-control study

P Ryan1, D J Hetzel, D J Shearman

  • 1Department of Community Medicine, University of Adelaide, Australia.

Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
|May 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

This study found that smoking and a paternal history of heartburn may increase the risk of ulcerative reflux oesophagitis (URO). However, lifestyle factors like alcohol and NSAID use were not significant risk factors for URO.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Epidemiology
  • Oesophagology

Background:

  • Ulcerative reflux oesophagitis (URO) is a condition affecting the oesophagus.
  • Identifying risk factors for URO is crucial for prevention and management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between lifestyle factors and URO.
  • To examine the roles of smoking, alcohol, NSAID use, and medical/family history in URO risk.

Main Methods:

  • A case-control study design was employed.
  • 191 URO cases and 302 controls (162 hospital, 140 community) were recruited.
  • Matched pairs (case-community and case-hospital) were formed for analysis.

Main Results:

  • Smoking at least 20 cigarettes/day showed a non-significant increased risk for URO (RR 1.9).

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  • Paternal history of heartburn was associated with an increased risk of URO (RR 2.5-1.9).
  • No significant risk elevation was found for NSAID use, alcohol consumption, or other medical/family history factors.

    • Conclusions:

    • Smoking may be a potential risk factor for ulcerative reflux oesophagitis.
    • Paternal history of heartburn is a notable risk factor for URO.
    • Lifestyle factors other than smoking do not appear to be significant risk factors for URO.